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Genetic Diversity Test for Dogs
Discover your dog’s unique genetic makeup and make smarter, healthier breeding decisions with the help of our advanced Breeder Tool.
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Key Features of the Genetic Diversity Test for Dogs
What is the Genetic Diversity Test for dogs?
This DNA based test will provide more information about your dog’s unique genetic makeup and help you understand better where your dog is coming from. Whether you are a breeder looking to optimise your breeding process, or just a normal dog owner who wants to know more about their beloved pet, this unique test will certainly provide you with useful and actionable information.
The test is an affordable way to find out more about your dog.
What will you discover with this DNA Diversity Test?
Our genetic diversity analysis provides a detailed overview of your dog’s genetic makeup. It evaluates essential factors such as the genomic inbreeding coefficient, heterozygosity, and DLA haplotypes — offering valuable insights to support responsible breeding and promote long-term health.
The test result will provide you with the following information:
• Inbreeding Coefficient (IC): Understand your dog’s level of inbreeding, calculated from a comprehensive analysis of genetic markers.
• Heterozygosity: Find out the percentage of diverse genetic markers your dog has inherited from both parents — a key factor for health and vitality.
• DogDating: Get matched with the most genetically compatible partners for your dog, promoting stronger, healthier litters.
• DLA Haplotype Determination (additional cost €xx.00): Learn about your dog’s Dog Leukocyte Antigen (DLA) haplotype, an important part of the immune system. Identifying DLA types can help breeders maintain or increase genetic diversity in the immune region, reducing the risk of autoimmune diseases.
As you can see the information provided by this test is of great interest and importance especially if you are planning on breeding the dog.
Why is this information important for breeders?
For responsible breeders, maintaining genetic diversity within a breeding program is essential for ensuring the long-term health, vitality, and sustainability of a breed. By understanding key genetic indicators like the inbreeding coefficient, heterozygosity, and DLA haplotypes, breeders can make more informed decisions when planning pairings. This helps reduce the risk of inherited diseases, strengthen immune system diversity, and promote the overall well-being of future litters.
Additionally, having access to detailed genetic data allows breeders to strategically manage their breeding lines, avoid potential health complications, and preserve valuable genetic traits within their breed. Tools like DogDating also provide the opportunity to identify genetically compatible partners, supporting the creation of healthier, well-balanced offspring. In an era where genetic health is as important as physical appearance or temperament, this kind of insight is invaluable for breeders committed to ethical, forward-thinking breeding practices.
How does the test work?
The sample collection process is straightforward and can be performed by the following methods:
• Oral Buccal Swab: Quick and easy to do at home using the oral swab provided in the sample collection kit.
• Blood Sample: (Recommended for optimal quality). A 1–2 ml EDTA blood sample preferably collected by a licensed veterinarian.
Results will typically be ready 2 – 4 weeks after your sample reaches the laboratory.
Other DNA tests for Dogs
Do you want to discover more about your canine friend? EasyDNA offers other Dog DNA testing services such as the Dog Parentage Test and the Know Your Dog Genetic Breed Test.
Special Offers and Discounts
The price of a single Genetic Diversity Test is €xx.
If you plan to purchase multiple tests, you can enjoy a €10 discount per subsequent test. A second or third Canine Genetic Diversity Test will then only cost €xx per test.
Are you a breeder? Contact us directly for our special prices for breeders.
FAQs
We provide a testing kit containing the sample collection device and instructions for collecting your dog’s sample and sending it back to our laboratory. From the proteins found in the sample obtained, the test measures your dog’s sensitivities to over 120 common allergens.
Upon ordering the test, you will receive a testing kit with a sample collection device and complete sample collection instructions. Hold the swab firmly from the handle and place the swab head inside your dog’s mouth. Get the swab head as wet as possible by placing it under your dog’s tongue, the side of the mouth, and inside the cheek for 1 1/2 minutes.
A sample collection guide with pictures can be found HERE.
- Mold spores
- Dust and house dust mites
- Medications
- Insecticidal shampoo
- Rubber and plastic
This test has access to a database containing over 120 of the most common canine allergens. However, we are always working on adding more allergens to the testing database.
Click here for the most up-to-date allergen listings.
The test can determine sensitivities at any age, but these sensitivities can change as a dog ages. We recommend that your dog be at least 6 months old to identify specific allergens that may affect them for a long period of time.
Click here for the most up-to-date allergen listings.
Your dog should not eat before getting its sample collected as food can affect the test results. We recommend either taking your dog’s sample first thing in the morning or waiting for the longest possible time between meals to collect the sample.
Aside from food, there are also medications, such as antihistamines and steroids, that can affect the dog’s test results. Therefore, your dog must not be on any antihistamines, anti-itching and anti-inflammatory medication or steroid-based medications for 1-2 weeks before collecting its sample.
Click here for the most up-to-date allergen listings.
- Itchy, red, moist or scabbed skin
- Increased scratching
- Itchy, runny eyes
- Itchy ears and ear infections
- Sneezing
- Diarrhoea
- Snoring
- Constant licking
Know more about the dog allergies and symptoms HERE.
Aside from food, there are also medications, such as antihistamines and steroids, that can affect the dog’s test results. Therefore, your dog must not be on any antihistamines, anti-itching and anti-inflammatory medication or steroid-based medications for 1-2 weeks before collecting its sample.
Click here for the most up-to-date allergen listings.
Some dogs may be sensitive to chicken eggs but not chicken meat, while some dogs may be sensitive to fish meal but not a particular type of fish. This is normal. Each allergen has unique components and characteristics, and a dog’s reaction to an allergen may not necessarily equate to sensitivity to its subsets.
Yes, different dog breeds may be more susceptible to specific allergies.
The following are some breeds that are sensitive to issues with food and/or airborne allergies: Maltese terrier, Pekingese, German Shepherd, Bull Terriers, Bichon Frise, English Cocker Spaniel, Brussels Griffon, American Hairless Terrier, Bohemian Terrier, Shih Tzu, Lhasa Apso, American Pit Bull Terrier, Wire-Haired Fox Terrier, Chinese Crested/Powderpuff, Poodle, Irish Setter, English Bulldog, Pugs.
Are you interested to find out the breeds making up your dog? Take our Dog Breed DNA Test today.
Reactions can be managed by avoiding the allergens which trigger them. For example, if your pet has a sensitivity to a particular food item then eliminating this from their diet will help eliminate the negative impact. It is also possible to manage them through the use of medication or medicated shampoos – however, many times such treatments only mask a problem without finding the root cause. Also since more than one allergen may be causing reactions in your dog this may require more than action to eliminate all discomfort and reactions. We strongly advocate involving your vet in all decisions regarding what actions to take.
The following are some breeds that are sensitive to issues with food and/or airborne allergies: Maltese terrier, Pekingese, German Shepherd, Bull Terriers, Bichon Frise, English Cocker Spaniel, Brussels Griffon, American Hairless Terrier, Bohemian Terrier, Shih Tzu, Lhasa Apso, American Pit Bull Terrier, Wire-Haired Fox Terrier, Chinese Crested/Powderpuff, Poodle, Irish Setter, English Bulldog, Pugs.
Are you interested to find out the breeds making up your dog? Take our Dog Breed DNA Test today.
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